Home Amenities

Amenity Descriptions

Beach Cabana and Beach Cabana Plus

Select homes offer Beach Cabana service, which includes the set-up and take-down of beach umbrella(s) and beach chairs. Umbrellas and chairs are marked with the property number for easy identification on the beach. This amenity is available from Memorial Day through Labor Day, unless otherwise noted.

Beach Cabana service is available Memorial Day through Labor Day. Daily set-up and take-down of one umbrella and four beach chairs.

Beach Cabana Plus service includes daily set-up and take-down of two umbrellas and six beach chairs. Availability dates vary, and can be found in the individual property amenities list.

Elevators

Elevator dimensions and weight capacity are not guaranteed to be ADA compliant. For specific needs, please contact our office.

If the home you're renting has an elevator:

• Do not allow children or pets to ride the elevator unattended. Children should not play in or around the elevator. Do not allow a child to stand between the elevator gate and landing door.
• Never enter the elevator hoistway above or below the elevator cab for any reason.
• Do not operate or attempt to operate the elevator if the cab gate or landing door locking system is not functioning properly.
• Do not operate or attempt to operate the elevator if you detect any unusual sounds or the ride seems abnormal.
• If the elevator is not operating properly, do not attempt to service or repair the elevator yourself.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in severe injury or death.

Fireplaces

Fireplaces are generally available for use through the first week in April and after the second week in October. Please see your vacation home's amenity list for specific fireplace availability dates. The type of fireplace (wood, gas, electric) is also indicated in the home's amenity list.

Fire pits are not permitted unless already provided at the home.

Hot Tubs

Hot tubs at our vacation homes are available for use year-round. Hot tubs are cleaned, vacuumed and serviced weekly on the day of arrival. A mid-week service, including chemical and mechanical checks, is provided, but does not include cleaning or vacuuming.

Occasionally, some hot tubs in Dare and Currituck counties experience a mild ground current. Generally, this is not caused by a hot tub defect or the household electrical system, but appears as a result of the earth’s natural electrical current. Certain homes may be affected and the current tends to be intermittent in nature. Please be advised that this may affect the operation of pacemakers and similar devices.

Private Pools

Private pool availability dates are listed in the Home Details section of your vacation home's web page. Private pools are generally available from the first week of May through the second week of October. Please see your home's web page for specific opening and closing dates. Pools are cleaned, vacuumed and serviced on the day of guest arrival. A mid-week service, including chemical and mechanical checks, is provided, but does not include cleaning or vacuuming. The leaseholder will be charged for additional cleanings necessary due to misuse.

Some private pools have the option to be heated. Please see the vacation home description for availability dates and the heated pool fee. The heated pool option must be requested and paid for prior to arrival. Unless otherwise advertised, pools are not heated in July and August. Fees for heated pools are either fixed (plus tax) or included in the rental fee. No refunds will be issued if a guest decides they would like this amenity turned off during their stay. Requests for this optional amenity should be confirmed and paid for prior to arrival. The heated pool fee will not be prorated if this service is requested at check-in or during your stay. Please note pool heaters are delicate amenities. Their effectiveness is subject to the climate, weather conditions and ambient air temperature. Salt air is quite corrosive and may hinder the function of these amenities after prolonged exposure. Heated pools are generally able to reach a maximum temperature range of 75 to 80 degrees.

Occasionally, some pools in Dare and Currituck counties experience a mild ground current. Generally this is not caused by a pool defect or the household electrical system, but appears as a result of the earth’s natural electrical current. Certain homes may be affected and the current tends to be intermittent in nature. Please be advised that this may affect the operation of pacemakers and other similar devices.

Twiddy's Welcome Program

It’s a way for the homeowner to say, “Welcome, and enjoy your stay.”

Twiddy homes that advertise Welcome Program as an amenity provide guests with a Vacation Starter Kit for their arrival. The homeowners want to take care of some of the little necessities so you may begin to relax on your vacation. Enjoy the convenience of starter supplies, paper towels, and a trash bag all in a Twiddy insulated cooler bag. Additionally, hand soap and one roll of toilet paper will be placed in every bathroom. 

WiFi

WiFi is a standard amenity in most of our vacation homes (unless otherwise advertised).

Due to the unique geography and location of the Outer Banks, internet speeds are typically not as fast and service not as reliable in our area as guests may be accustomed to at home. As such, there may be times when the wifi at a vacation rental home is not capable of supporting streaming services, multiple devices, or other heavy usage. Similar to other areas, service interruptions or outages occasionally occur that require an outside company to address, and service may take longer than expected to restore. If an internet connection is required during your stay, especially for important events such as work or school, we suggest packing a hot spot just in case.

Tip: Check with your cell phone provider to see if your phone has hot spot capabilities.